Trail Running calendar near Kilmarnock 2026-2027

A 3.4k hill race with 400 m ascent near Strathyre, held on 13 May 2026 as part of the Bog'n'Burn Series. Entries are via SiEntries, minimum age 14, with prize categories from U18 to V80.

A 24 hour looped trail event in Inverkip where runners complete as many 5.9 km laps as they wish. Everton Scout Camp provides camping and on site facilities while the event features tiered finisher medals and festival activities.

The Uplawmoor Festival of Running returns in May 2026 with a fast 9 km road race. The challenging course features significant climbs and a fast downhill finish, with all proceeds supporting mental health charity SAMH.

A 15.5 km mountain race on the Isle of Arran with 870 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Ormidale Pavilion in Brodick. The route climbs Goat Fell via the standard tourist path and requires specific mountain safety kit and hill support.

A community road and trail event in Houston, Renfrewshire, featuring 10 km and 5 km races with chip timing, kids runs in the park, medals and age category awards, plus on-site facilities and post-race refreshments.

A woodland trail race at Balbirnie Park in Markinch on 17 May 2026 covering about 4 to 4.5 miles on paths and trails. The event is open to all abilities, has limited places and requires pre entry.

A Race for Life event at Hopetoun House offering a chip timed 10k plus 5k and 3k options on mostly gravel and forestry paths. There is a minimum fundraising target of £50 and designated parking on the estate.

A one-lap hill race in Perth on 21 May 2026 covering approx. 7 km with 243 m of climb. Registration is at Kinnoull Church Hall; competitors must be 16 or older and carry basic safety kit.

A rugged fell race on the Isle of Jura covering 28 km with 2,370 m of ascent across seven summits; entry is limited to 250 places and official results and course records are published.

MacTuffX Glasgow on 24/05/2026 offers solo, doubles and relay formats over 10x400m or 10x800m segments, with distinct entry fees by category and an age restriction of 18 or older.

A final local trail race in St Boswells covering about 13 km across river trails, open fields and rooty paths with a historical Wobbly Bridge midway. Numbers are issued in the village Hall and entry is £15.

Peebles Pootle is an offroad walking event around Peebles offering two route options with significant ascent. Checkpoints follow walking opening times but runners may participate.

A 16 km unmarked hill race in the Lowther Hills with 1200 m of climb, limited to 200 runners. Competitors must carry mandatory kit, bring a refillable cup for water stations, and be prepared to navigate open, pathless terrain.

Three evening *5 km* races in Edinburgh at Inverleith Park, Leith Links and Fettes. Individual entry is £12 or £30 for all three; chip timing, photos, marked routes and age-category prizes are provided.

A 50 km out and back ultramarathon along the Ayrshire Coast starting and finishing at Irvine Beach, running across beaches, promenades and trails from sunset into sunrise. Aid stations at 12, 25 and 37 km; drop bag option at 25 km.

A 56 mile trail race on the Southern Upland Way on 6 June 2026, with 2447 m ascent, 400 places and a 20-hour cut-off. Mandatory kit and a prior marathon are required; GB Race Tracker provides live GPS tracking.

Experience 104 miles of historic trails across the Southern Upland Way from St John's Town of Dalry to Galashiels. This self-sufficient ultramarathon features 4611m of elevation and is a UTMB index race.

Glen Lyon Ultra is a scenic 31 mile off road test in remote Perthshire with about 3500 ft of ascent and wet river crossings around Loch Lyon. Rugged trails and lochside camping make this a memorable challenge for adventurous trail runners.

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The Killearn 10k Trail Race on 6 June 2026 is a Scottish Athletics affiliated community event in Killearn. The route mixes tarmac, forest paths, farm tracks and grassland with about 310 ft elevation; entries are sold out.